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Kohala Whale Watching Tour by Ocean Sports | Kids 0-5 Ride for Free [Dec - Mar]
wake up call with whales 8:00 am
Reviewed by: hank
all members of are group, which their 6 of us, had a great time. It was exciting to see a whale breach the water and wave her fin seeming to say hi.
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| Packages: | [8:00 AM] Whale Watch Cruise from Anaeho’omalu Bay |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/12 |
Kohala Whale Watching Tour by Ocean Sports | Kids 0-5 Ride for Free [Dec - Mar]
We saw whales but the boat was so-so
Reviewed by: Anonymous
We've been on multiple whale tours over the years. We saw multiple whales but the boat was crowded and pretty dated. The microphone didn't work for the first 30 minutes and they never used the hydrophone after mentioning that they had one. Definitely not the "spacious deck with ample seating for all passengers and first class amenities" as advertised. The Kawaihae Harbor location is setup weird. After arriving and checking in we had to board a bus for a 5 minute ride to the boat. Every cruise in the past allowed us to park and then walk on without a shuttle bus. The crew was friendly.
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| Packages: | [09:30 AM] Whale Watch Cruise from Kawaihae Harbor |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/01/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/08 |
Kohala Zipline Treetop Canopy Adventure with Optional Waterfall Swim Upgrade
Great fun!
Reviewed by: Vince
We had a great time, the guides were friendly and the equipment was well maintained. I would do it again.
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| Packages: | Standard Package: Treetop Canopy Zipline Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/10/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/10/24 |
Kohala Zipline Treetop Canopy Adventure with Optional Waterfall Swim Upgrade
Amazing!
Reviewed by: Alexandra
This was the best experience and the guides made me feel so safe with their knowledge. This was a highlight of my trip I would definitely do it again with them!
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| Packages: | Standard Package: Treetop Canopy Zipline Adventure |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/25 |
Kohala Zipline Treetop Canopy Adventure with Optional Waterfall Swim Upgrade
The canopy zipline rocked!
Reviewed by: K.L.M.
My entire family had a blast zip lining through the tree canopies! Chris and Cassie were our guides and they were hospitable, informative and patient. It was our first time zip lining in such an environment-hundreds of feet in the air and we felt completely comfortable and confident in their hands. They provided us with water and snacks midway and at the conclusion of our adventure, including freshly picked bananas! They shared knowledge about the vegetation and geographical landmarks, as well as, insight into local eateries! Not only did we enjoy the various zip lines, but there were also suspension bridges and a final rappel to the ground. You also get to ride in a really cool armory jeep of some sort as you travel to and from the excursion. It surpassed our expectations and we were so glad to have chosen that adventure during our travels on The Big Island.
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| Packages: | Standard Package: Treetop Canopy Zipline Adventure |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/07/21 |
Kohala Zipline Treetop Canopy Adventure with Optional Waterfall Swim Upgrade
Kohala 9-line Zipline Treetop Canopy adventure
Reviewed by: Iris
Best experience ever. I was apprehensive once faced with the challenge, but the guides were awesome and very caring individual. Will definitely do it again.
Thank you Chris Guzman and Cassie
See you next time!
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| Packages: | Standard Package: Treetop Canopy Zipline Adventure |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/03 |
Kohala Coast Guided Stand Up Paddle Adventure from Waikoloa - Hulakai
A little bit challenging, but fun!
Reviewed by: Teri and Norty
The voucher we printed was a little confusing. It had the correct zip code and address, but the wrong location in one area, and the correct location in another. Leave early so you can find the Mauna Lani Bay Hotel and the Hulakai Beach Hut. It is NOT at the Waikoloa Resort. We got there right on time and met Chris at the hut. He was very nice and friendly, low key and patient. I guess he's done this a lot with us novices! The cove was flat and glassy, and easy to get back on the board if you fall. After some practice in the cove, he lead us out past the breakers into a little more challenging water, but still not horribly choppy. Turned around and headed back into the cove. I had an easier time, so it may be more difficult for some people than others. Relax as best you can, keep looking up and you should be well on your way!
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| Packages: | Standard Lesson and Coastal Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/25 |
Kohala Zipline Treetop Canopy Adventure with Optional Waterfall Swim Upgrade
Awesome zip line experience!
Reviewed by: Bwp97
Had a great time! Learned a lot about the environment and other tidbits along the way to and during the zip line. The safety lecture was very thorough. Brett and Rogan were very informative, friendly, knowledgeable, and funny throughout the day. We took a couple of our friend's young teenagers and we all had a great time. Would definitely do it again when we visit again. Thanks for an awesome day Brett and Rogan!
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| Packages: | Standard Package: Treetop Canopy Zipline Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/22 |
ホエールウォッチングクルーズ ＜12～3月／午前／軽食付き／ワイコロアまたはカワイハエ港発＞
クジラさんとは出会えませんでしたが
Reviewed by: 池田みりん
マウナケア・キラウエアの雄大な自然を満喫し、太平洋に向けてのアクティビティ。船長さんが目をこらして船を進めるものの、クジラと出会うことはできませんでした。しかし、太平洋に静かに沈む夕日を満喫することができました。
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| Packages: | 午後出発 飲み放題＆ビュッフェ付きサンセットプラン ＜カワイハエ・ベイ出航＞ |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/03/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/03/19 |
ホエールウォッチングクルーズ ＜12～3月／午前／軽食付き／ワイコロアまたはカワイハエ港発＞
遠くから見れました
Reviewed by: ゆんちゃん
船長さんが頑張ってクジラを探し回ってくれましたが、遠くからしか見れず近距離ではなかなかみることができませんでした。
船を引き返すときにクジラの群れが飛び上がる様子が見えたのでほかの乗客たちが船長に伝えたのですが、もう時間切れみたいでとても残念でした。
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| Packages: | 9:30発／ カワイハエ港 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/21 |
ホエールウォッチングクルーズ ＜12～3月／午前／軽食付き／ワイコロアまたはカワイハエ港発＞
素敵なサンセットとホェールウオッチング！
Reviewed by: Chame
ホテルからのピックアップが便利です。ザトウ鯨とサンセット、スタッフの方々のサービス精神も旺盛で１人でも大いに楽しめました。英語でのツアーですので、英語がわかるほうが楽しめます。
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| Packages: | 午後出発 飲み放題＆ビュッフェ付きサンセットプラン ＜カワイハエ・ベイ出航＞ |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/06 |
ホエールウォッチングクルーズ ＜12～3月／午前／軽食付き／ワイコロアまたはカワイハエ港発＞
クジラ ？
Reviewed by: S N 1954
ホエールウォッチングには 早かったようです。
参加者は 洋上の夕日と食事を楽しむのが 主のようでした。
送迎のドライバー 受付の女性 船長 感じがよかったです。
クジラが出る 3月頃再挑戦したいですね。
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| Packages: | 午後出発 飲み放題＆ビュッフェ付きサンセットプラン ＜カワイハエ・ベイ出航＞ |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/12 |
Kohala Coast Sunset Cocktail Cruise (from Hapuna)
A beautiful activity for a beautiful area
Reviewed by: Trevor Smith
My wife and I took this cruise. Were picked up and given warm welcome, then staff were lovely and very easy to talk to whilst constantly serving you. Open bar was generously doled out - you were actually encouraged to use it! Food also enough that we didn't have to eat again that evening. Really lovely evening cruising along the bay, and a lovely romantic setting to boot.
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/08/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/08/07 |
Ocean Sports Kohala Coast Snorkel Cruise with Lunch and Open Bar
Great memories
Reviewed by: shawn1677
Two years later and I am still thinking about how much fun we had snorkeling and sailing. Some of the best memories we have from our time on the Big Island. We'll be back as soon as possible!
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| Packages: | [2018] Sailing Catamaran from Waikoloa (3.5 hours) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/07/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/07/22 |
Ocean Sports Kohala Coast Snorkel Cruise with Lunch and Open Bar
Awesome Trip
Reviewed by: DJS
This is an amazing snorkeling adventure. The staff is very knowledgeable - very attentive - and everyone of them went out of their way to make this a memorable (and safe) experience for us. One of the guides brought up sea urchins and starfish for everyone to enjoy! Highly recommend!
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| Packages: | [2018] Sailing Catamaran from Waikoloa (3.5 hours) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/05/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/05/25 |
Ocean Sports Kohala Coast Snorkel Cruise with Lunch and Open Bar
Snorkel and whales
Reviewed by: Emma
Fabulous time, saw young humpbacks repeat breeches very close to the boat. Best part was when the sails were up. Well worth it.
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| Packages: | [2018] Sailing Catamaran from Waikoloa (3.5 hours) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/16 |
Kohala Whale Watching Tour by Ocean Sports | Kids 0-5 Ride for Free [Dec - Mar]
Awesome
Reviewed by: Meme
Wow we saw momma baby and daddy humpbacks was saw whales all around us their tales were enormous it was the best day. We went mid morning the catamaran was spacious and very comfortable. Easy to board. The crew was very informative and friendly they were just as excited with all the action around us. We went in February 2015. I would highly recommend this tour.
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| Packages: | [09:30 AM] Whale Watch Cruise from Kawaihae Harbor |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/17 |
ホエールウォッチングクルーズ ＜12～3月／午前／軽食付き／ワイコロアまたはカワイハエ港発＞
ざとうくじらの姿に興奮
Reviewed by: Kamerin
最終日に参加しました。
午前中にふねにのりましたが、海外からの方が多くクジラが出てくると
のりのりで『イエ〜〜〜〜〜〜イ！！」
私の行った年末年始はまだ序の口のようですがこの後３月くらいまでハワイではザトウくじらが散乱の為に南下してきますからよく見えます。
見張り役の方々とキャプテンがあの辺り！火事を進めて行くと２匹親子で、雄のみなど様々な形態で
潮を吹き尻尾を見せて潜ったり・・・・最後の方は船を追いかけてくぐって行きました。
こんな体験はなかなか出来ませんが、船酔いする方は注意してくださいね
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| Packages: | 9:30発／ カワイハエ港 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/01/01 |
Kohala Whale Watching Tour by Ocean Sports | Kids 0-5 Ride for Free [Dec - Mar]
We seen a lot of whales!
Reviewed by: David
My wife and I seen many whales and they where very entertaining. The crew was very hospitable,it was a great experience,
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| Packages: | [09:30 AM] Whale Watch Cruise from Kawaihae Harbor |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/01/12 |
ホエールウォッチングクルーズ ＜12～3月／午前／軽食付き／ワイコロアまたはカワイハエ港発＞
何頭も見られました
Reviewed by: USA
何頭も見られて、イルカも見ることができました。
また参加したいと思いました。
お菓子も美味しかったです。
Aloha,
Mahalo for the wonderful feedback. We are happy you enjoyed seeing whales as well as dolphins while out on the 10am whale watch with Ocean Sports.
We hope to see you again the next time you are in Hawai'i.
Thank you!
Ocean Sports Crew
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| Packages: | 9:30発／ カワイハエ港 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/01/08 |
Kohala Coast Sunset Cocktail Cruise (from Hapuna)
Great experience
Reviewed by: Eric
Great experience. Enjoyed the cruise and the views.
Mahalo! Glad you could join us!
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2014/10/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/10/24 |
Kohala Coast Sunset Cocktail Sail Cruise with Open-Bar [Apr-Dec]
Sunset
Reviewed by: David Wright
A fabulous experience with such a friendly crew, no one was left unattended. The sunset was particularly beautiful including the cloud colouring over the volcanoes. A lovely adventure worth every penny,i would recommend it to anyone!
Mahalo for joining us and for sharing the beautiful sunset photo. We're really glad you enjoyed the cruise and the crew! We hope to see you again on another adventure with us next time you're in our neighborhood!
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| Packages: | Cocktail Sail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/08/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/08/05 |
Kohala Coast Sunset Cocktail Cruise (from Hapuna)
Don't expect anything fancy
Reviewed by: chris
Nice boat ride. If you are looking for a nice romantic dinner with your partner this isn't it. Food was okay and the service was nice enough but nothing fancy in the least. Paper plates and buffet style food. Wouldn't take the trip again but we did enjoy it for what it was,
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/07/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/07/07 |
Kohala Coast Sunset Cocktail Cruise (from Hapuna)
get what you pay for
Reviewed by: Jon
All in all, this is a fairly inexpensive way to spend an evening in Hawaii and as long as your expectations aren't high you will be OK. I feel that the advertisement grossly exaggerates the experience though.
"Romantic"- nope, not really. Its you and 20 other people crammed onto a motorboat screaming kids and all for an hour ride. Wine is served in plastic Solo cups, nowhere to sit except the floor... did I mention the screaming kids?
"Sail"- nope, not at all. This was my biggest disappointment since we really wanted to go on a sail. Though technically it may classify as a sailboat (and the photos in the ads clearly show a sailboat), there is no mast, no sail. It's just a boat-ride.
"Champagne"-yep, in romantic plastic cups. But it was there.
"Sunset"- this part is true
The staff were quite friendly and helpful, can't comment on the food because I didn't try it but it looked like there was plenty. Didn't see any dolphins or mermaids like some of the other suspiciously positive reviews but can't fault the company for that, it's a matter of luck. They were a little disorganized but not to the point I think it will cause any problems.
It wasn't a bad time, I just felt the title was misleading. And again, for the price it's not a bad deal for Hawaii just don't expect to be floored. You'll be asked to post a positive review, best to just be honest.
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/06/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/05/26 |
Kohala Zipline Treetop Canopy Adventure with Optional Waterfall Swim Upgrade
Ziplining Away
Reviewed by: Flyin Simon
My wife and I were looking to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary in a special way and this was the perfect activity to make memories. Our zipline guides, Micah and Rog, too great care of us and made the entire experience outstanding and really fun!
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| Packages: | Standard Package: Treetop Canopy Zipline Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/05/04 |
Kohala Coast Sunset Cocktail Cruise (from Hapuna)
Great Night!
Reviewed by: Paul and Karyn
We were so lucky on this trip, we had the best time! Dinner was really tasty, and there was plenty to eat and plenty to drink. But the highlight was all the whales we saw!! Like I say, we were really lucky....we had whales swimming alongside us, literally for the entire evening...it was surreal! It was a beautiful, calm night. The captain made sure to turn the boat every now and then so that we never lost sight of the sunset. The crew were all really nice, and super helpful. We drank champagne, and stood at the railing and watched the sun set. It was beautiful!!
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/03/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/03/19 |
Kohala Coast Sunset Cocktail Cruise (from Hapuna)
Amazing!
Reviewed by: Jason & Tiff
Beautiful Catamaran~
Awsome Driver~
Amazing Crew~
Killer Dinner & Drinks~
Saw lots of Whales~
Amazing Hawaiin Sunset~
Thank You guys at Ocean Sports for making our 2 year anniversary absolutlly awesome & beautifully special ~
Mahalo
Jason & Tiff Chamberlin
San Diego, Ca
March 28, 2014
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/03/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/03/28 |
ホエールウォッチングクルーズ ＜12～3月／午前／軽食付き／ワイコロアまたはカワイハエ港発＞
ハワイ島で鯨見る
Reviewed by: kazuo.k
冬のハワイ島で必見！
座頭鯨の大群、
ツアーに参加すれば必ず見れます。
但し、
日本語ツアーに行かないと
全く英語での説明、
しかも全く早口日本人に対する配慮はありませんでした。
ワイコロア地域以外は送迎はありません。
念のため。
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/03/08 |
Kohala Coast Guided Stand Up Paddle Adventure from Waikoloa - Hulakai
What a great area to learn SUP
Reviewed by: Luke
A must for anyone even slightly intrigued by the world of SUP. If you do go make sure to ask for George as your instructor, he was the best and most knowledgeable.
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| Packages: | Standard Lesson and Coastal Tour |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2014/03/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/02/15 |
ホエールウォッチングクルーズ ＜12～3月／午前／軽食付き／ワイコロアまたはカワイハエ港発＞
とにかくクルーズが気持ちよかった
Reviewed by: しんしん
クジラは、思っていたより近くに現れなかったけれど、数はたくさん見ることができました。天候に恵まれて、穏やかな海の上を風をきって進む感じがなんともいえなく爽快でした。海から見える山の景色も最高です。スタッフは日本語を話せず、参加者も８割は外国の方なので、状況を理解する程度の英語力は必要です。またピックアップの際、ロビーという連絡がありましたが実際にはホテルのエントランスを出てすぐの車寄せのところで乗り合わせていたので、注意が必要です。
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| Packages: | 朝食付きプラン[Aベイ出航] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/02/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/02/03 |
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Mahalo for providing us with feedback about your Whale Watch Cruise. We're really glad you enjoyed the cruise, the boat, and the crew and got to see a lot of whales! We appreciate your recommendation and hope we have the opportunity to share adventures with you again!
Aloha from the Ocean Sports 'Ohana!